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Guido spends his days shuttling tourists along the waterways of Venice in a small gondola. The kindhearted, young rat enjoys the simple pleasures of his world--until his eyes are opened to the possibilities of all that could be accomplished with a larger, faster vessel. As Guido is persuaded to acquire bigger and better boats, life becomes increasingly complicated. Just how far will he go in his search for true satisfaction? You and your child will giggle your way through this enchanting story of a small rat with a big heart who learns the hard way that it's the little joys of life that matter most. Recommended for ages 3 to 8.